Thomas Maynard Appointed Interim CEO of GPEC

Published: 07/29/2025

Search committee names organization’s Senior Vice President, Business Development as temporary leader

PHOENIX (July 29, 2025) – The Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC) announced today it has appointed Thomas Maynard as Interim Chief Executive Officer, effective August 2, as recommended by the board-led search committee and approved by executive committee members, following the tenure of Chris Camacho as President and CEO.

As Interim CEO, Maynard will lead GPEC’s strategy execution and guide investor and community engagement while the search committee completes its executive search process following a competitive application period.

Maynard has been a key member of GPEC since August 2013. In his regular position as Senior Vice President, Business Development, he co-leads the organization’s business development strategy, oversees international investment attraction and fosters cross-functional collaboration. Over his tenure, Maynard has worked with hundreds of companies vetting Greater Phoenix for growth and expansion, ranging from Fortune 500 firms to startups.

“Through his sophisticated, consultative approach to business development, Thomas has been key in some of the most high-impact projects across Greater Phoenix in the last decade, helping put the region on the global map,” said Derrick Hall, Chair of GPEC’s Board of Directors and President and CEO of the Arizona Diamondbacks. “His deep knowledge of GPEC and the region makes him the ideal choice to guide the organization and its network of community and business leaders during this important transition.”

“GPEC’s strength is in its collaborative model and the dedication of our partners across the region,” said Maynard. “I’m proud to serve in this interim capacity and am committed to ensuring a smooth transition while advancing our impactful work that drives opportunity and innovation across Greater Phoenix.”

About Greater Phoenix Economic Council
The Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC), globally recognized as a top economic development organization (EDO), works to attract and grow quality businesses and advocate for the competitiveness of Greater Phoenix. A data-driven regional EDO, GPEC works with 22 member communities, Maricopa and Pinal counties and more than 220 private investors to accomplish its mission and serve as a strategic partner to companies across the world as they expand or relocate to Greater Phoenix. Over the past 36 years, GPEC has fueled the regional economy by helping over 1,075 companies, creating more than 195,000 jobs and more than $76.5 billion in capital investment. Greater Phoenix is in a relentless pursuit of innovative and entrepreneurial-focused companies looking to thrive and scale in a vibrant, dynamic region. There is an undeniable spirit about Greater Phoenix; one rooted in strength, collaboration and resilience. Greater Phoenix is Greater Together. For more information about GPEC and how we can assist your businesses, visit www.gpec.org.